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2GO also known as 2GO Group Inc. is a Philippines-based company engaged in transporting people and cargo using the fleet of inter-island ferries and cargo ships of the former Aboitiz Transport System , which owned the brands SuperFerry , Cebu Ferries and SuperCat —and Negros Navigation . The top two principal shareholders of the 2GO Group are SM Investments Corp , and Trident Investments. The company has the largest infrastructure in the Philippines with over 400,000 TEU capacity (approximately 50% market share of domestic Philippine freight), 16 passage and freight vessels, 15,000 containers, 35 warehouses nationwide, 550 trucks, and 7,000 employees. [4]

2GO or 2GO Sea Solutions , also known as 2GO Travel , is a passenger ferry company based in Manila , Philippines , the shipping and passenger ferry arm of 2GO Group , and the only remaining Manila-based major interisland passenger ferry company , with its main hub located in Pier 4 at the Manila North Harbor . [2]

Negros Navigation

Destinations, current fleet, roll-on/roll-off ferries, cargo vessels, former fleet.

• Roll-on/roll-off Ferries 2
• Cargo Vessels 2

SuperCat fleet

Mv st. thomas aquinas, mv st. anthony de padua, external links.

The company was formed in 2012 following a significant realignment of ferry transportation in the Philippines in which the brands SuperFerry , Cebu Ferries and SuperCat under the Aboitiz Transport System was purchased by Negros Navigation for US$105 million. [2] At the same time, a unit of China-Asean Investment Cooperation Fund , a Netherlands -based, private equity firm wholly owned by the Chinese government , took a controlling stake in Negros Navigation through an equity infusion. [3] [4] [2] Because Negros Navigation was a privately held firm the exact amount invested by the Fund was not disclosed. [5]

2GO, previously as a logistics arm of Aboitiz Transport System, is now one of the major operator of inter-island vessels in the country, [6] which as of early 2024 has a total of 11 operating vessels. [7] [8] It has a total passenger capacity of 7,450,162 passengers and an aggregate cargo capacity of 338,305 twenty-foot equivalent units . [8]

SuperFerry , founded as Aboitiz Shipping Company , later Aboitiz SuperFerry was one of the largest ferry companies in the Philippines before it was purchased by Negros Navigation . The shipping company was known in the 1990s as William, Gothong & Aboitiz ( WG&A Philippines ), where the latter eventually bought the entire shares of WG&A consortium from William Lines and Gothong Lines Group leaving the full control of the company to Aboitiz. The Gothong Group restarted its own shipping company called Carlos A. Gothong Lines (CAGLI), while the William Group opted to concentrate on its logistics, warehousing, and courier business, called Fast Logistics. SuperFerry and its sister companies SuperCat and Cebu Ferries were eventually merged with Negros Navigation where the latter bought all the shares of Aboitiz Transport System and relaunched in 2012 as 2GO Travel . The SuperFerry brand was subsequently retired after the merger.

Negros Navigation Co., Inc. (NENACO) was one of the oldest domestic shipping companies in the Philippines. [9] It was organized and registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on July 26, 1932, for the purpose of transporting passengers and cargo at ports of call in the Philippines. In the 1960s Nenaco was the first among the domestic shipping companies to operate brand new, fast, and luxurious air-conditioned passenger ships. Throughout the 1970s & 1980s, NENACO constructed and operated a modern passenger terminal in Manila's North Harbor and pioneered in offering special cruises to the Philippine tourist spots using its coastwise vessels. Nenaco also launched its containerization program and ushered a new industry trend on the use of roll-on roll-off (“RORO”) vessels. It used to deploy shuttle buses in Baclaran , Cubao and Alabang which takes passengers to the pier terminal. [10]

In the 1990s, Nenaco became the first Philippine shipping company to be listed in the stock exchange. Proceeds amounting to P916.86 million from the initial public offering (IPO) were used to support the “Globalization Program” of the company that involved fleet expansion and service modernization because of the investments in those years, Negros Navigation soon became one of the largest transport-related companies in the Philippines. [11]

NENACO later merged with SuperCat , SuperFerry and Cebu Ferries to form 2GO Travel , the second time major Philippine shipping companies merged after the William Lines-Gothong Lines-Aboitiz Shipping merger (WG&A) in 1996. At the same time, the China-Asean Investment Cooperation Fund , a private equity fund wholly-owned the government of the People's Republic of China through an equity infusion gained a controlling interest in Negros Navigation and subsequently changed the company into the 2GO Group with 2GO Travel its shipping-company subsidiary. The 'NENACO' brand was eventually retired in mid-2012.

The following ports of call are served by 2GO. Many of these routes were previously served by either SuperFerry or Negros Navigation: (as of March 2024)

• Batangas City
• Odiongan, Romblon
• Puerto Princesa
• Coron, Palawan [12]
• Caticlan , Malay, Aklan (gateway to Boracay )
• Iloilo City
• Ormoc City , Leyte (suspended)
• Tacloban City , Leyte (suspended)
• Tagbilaran City , Bohol
• Butuan (via Nasipit )
• Cagayan de Oro
• Davao City [13]
• Dipolog [14]
• General Santos [15]
• Iligan City , Lanao del Norte (soon to serve)
• Ozamiz City , Misamis Occidental
• Zamboanga City

When 2GO started passenger ferry operations, it inherited vessels from the remnants of the former shipping companies: SuperFerry , SuperCat , Negros Navigation and Cebu Ferries . The vessels used to carry names derived from Roman Catholic saints until recently where newer vessels were named from certain "Ma" words with 2GO prefix that describes the positive attitudes of being a Filipino (e.g. 2GO Maligaya , 2GO Masagana , etc.). The routes shown below are the ships' usual route assignments. The ships may be assigned to other routes when needed (such as when the original assigned vessel was on a drydock).

2GO also operates dedicated cargo vessels alongside its passenger ships:

2GO's livery has undergone several revisions throughout its history. Despite the differences in the design, all of their ships were predominantly painted with their company colors: white and magenta.

Their first livery is composed of an all-white color dominating the ship with the funnel/s and the waterline painted with magenta. The sides of the hull featured the “2GO Travel” branding as well as the then company's signature logo, a large stylized letter “G” painted near the bow and to the funnel. The decks were painted light blue.

A special version of this livery was briefly used on one of their vessel, MV "St. Ignatius of Loyola" . This special livery features a wave-like shape on the bow and on the stern, with several shapes of birds, ball, star, and maskara and is added to the bow, also with the stern section featuring the phrase "Sarap Maglakbay! (traveling is fun!)".

2GO revised its livery during this time to a much cleaner and simpler design. Although similar to its previous livery with the ships featuring an all-white livery dominating the hull and the superstructure, this time the funnel which is previously painted with magenta, is now painted in white. The “2GO Travel” branding which is previously seen on the hull was revised to feature only the word “2GO” and is now painted also to the funnel. The large letter “G” was omitted making the livery much simpler. The waterline and the deck retained their original colors. This livery is currently used on all of 2GO's vessels prior to its new acquisitions in 2021.

In 2023, a new version of this livery was unveiled, it is still identical with the old livery except for the addition of a large wave-like figure in the bow and stern mimicking the 2021 livery used by the newer 2GO ships. It was applied on the older vessels of 2GO.

2021-present

A new livery is unveiled in 2021 with the introduction of its newest vessel, 2GO Maligaya, and later, 2GO Masagana. The livery was overhauled giving the ships a much modern and festive appearance. Although still dominated with white and magenta colors, the new livery now features several colorful shapes scattered around the vessel representing 2GO's brand identity, core pillars, and values with the “2GO” branding placed near the stern. The bow now features a large wave-like figure painted in magenta with white stripes, with vessels’ names in a new font, painted in different colors akin to a rainbow. The future vessels will be painted with this version of livery.

Ships that was once part of the fleet of 2GO that were either retired, sunk, or sold for various reasons:

Cargo Vessels

SuperCat was a former part of 2GO Group until it was transferred to Chelsea Logistics Corporation in 2019. [49] SuperCat operates the following vessels:

On August 16, 2013, at 9 pm as it approached Cebu City 's harbor, the MV St. Thomas Aquinas , formerly SuperFerry 2 [55] collided with the cargo ship Sulpicio Express Siete of Sulpicio Lines and sank in 100 feet deep off Talisay , Cebu . [56] The ship was carrying 831 people—715 passengers and 116 crewmembers. [56] 629 people were rescued immediately and as of August 17, 2013, 31 bodies have been recovered leaving 172 unaccounted for. [56] The Sulpicio Express Siete with 36 crew members on board did not sink and returned safely to port. [56] It had a large hole in its bow above the water line, clearly visible in news photos. [56]

In 2021, MV St. Anthony de Padua was undergoing quarantine in Bauan, Batangas after 28 of the 82 crew members aboard tested positive for the coronavirus disease 2019 . There were no known passengers on board the said vessel. [57] The Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) in CALABARZON suspended the vessel's passenger safety certificate, and Transport Secretary Arthur Tugade tasked MARINA, the Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) , and the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) to investigate possible lapses leading to the incident. [58]

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SuperFerry was one of the largest ferry companies in the Philippines before it was purchased by Negros Navigation, which simultaneously was purchased by the Chinese government through its private equity fund the China-Asean Investment Cooperation Fund, and became 2GO Travel, part of the 2GO Group.

Cebu Ferries was a shipping company based in Batangas City and Cebu City, Philippines. Its hubs were Batangas Port in Batangas and Pier 4 in Cebu City. It is now part of 2GO Travel.

Negros Navigation Co., Inc. (NENACO) was one of the oldest domestic shipping companies in the Philippines. It was also one of the largest companies in the passenger transport business in the Philippines. Its main hub was the renowned Pier 2 in Manila North Harbor. NENACO later merged with SuperCat, SuperFerry and Cebu Ferries to form 2GO Travel, the second largest Philippine shipping merger next to the William Lines-Gothong Lines-Aboitiz Shipping merger (WG&A) in 1996. At the same time, the China-Asean Investment Cooperation Fund, a private equity fund wholly owned by the government of the People's Republic of China through an equity infusion, gained a controlling interest in Negros Navigation and subsequently changed the company into the 2GO Group with 2GO Travel, its shipping-company subsidiary.

Montenegro Shipping Lines, Inc. ( MSLI ) is a Philippine domestic shipping line based at Batangas City, Philippines. The office is located at Montenegro Corporate office, along Bolbok Diversion Road, Bolbok Batangas City. It operates passenger, cargo and RORO vessels to various destinations in the Philippines under the brands Montenegro Lines and Marina Ferries .

2GO Air is a logistics and supply chain cargo airline based in Parañaque, Philippines. It operates bulk cargo and express parcel services throughout the Philippines. Its main base is Ninoy Aquino International Airport, Manila. 2GO is operated by the Aboitiz Air Transport Corporation the transport and logistics company owned by Aboitiz Equity Ventures.

The Port of Iloilo in Iloilo City, Philippines, serves the province and city of Iloilo and the entire Panay Island, in Western Visayas of the Philippines. It is located away from the older port facilities on the Southern coast of Panay Island, in Panay Gulf, and one of the country’s safest and most natural harbors. Guimaras Island shields the port from violent storms and makes it ideal for harboring ships and vessels.

MV Princess of the Stars was a passenger ferry owned by Filipino shipping company Sulpicio Lines, that capsized and sank on June 21, 2008, off the coast of San Fernando, Romblon, at the height of Typhoon Fengshen, which passed directly over Romblon as a Category 2 storm. 814 people died.

Cokaliong Shipping Lines, Inc. ( CSLI ) is a shipping line based in Cebu City, Philippines. It operates both passenger and cargo ferries on eight routes in the Visayas and Mindanao regions and is one of the youngest shipping companies in the Philippines.

Carlos A. Gothong Lines , popularly known as CAGLI and formerly once known as simply Gothong Lines , is a passenger and cargo ferry company based in Cebu, Philippines. CAGLI was formerly a part of WG&A SuperFerry, a company in January 1996 which served 23 major provincial ports throughout the Philippines and was the first domestic shipping company in the country to be certified by the International Safety Management Code standard. CAGLI, William Lines and Aboitiz Shipping formed was the biggest merger in the Philippine shipping industry.

SuperFerry 9 was a ferry owned by the Philippines-based carrier Aboitiz Transport System Corp (ATSC) and operated by their SuperFerry division. About 9 a.m. Sunday, September 6, 2009, she sank off the south-west coast of Zamboanga Peninsula with a total of 971 passengers and crew aboard.

The SuperCat Fast Ferry Corporation , commonly known as SuperCat , is a shipping company that operates a fleet of high-speed catamarans (HSC) in the Philippines.

Roble Shipping Inc. is a Cebu-based shipping line located in Cebu City, Philippines. The company was founded by Jose Roble, a native of Danao, Cebu.

Trans-Asia Shipping Lines, Incorporated (TASLI) is a shipping company based in Cebu City, Philippines. It was incorporated on March 25, 1974, under the name of Solar Shipping Lines, Inc. The Chairman of the company is Dennis A. Uy. Trans-Asia Shipping Lines is now managed by the Chelsea Logistics, Corp.

Lite Shipping Corporation, is a Cebu City-based shipping line, that operates the Lite Ferries, a brand consisting of a fleet of more than 20 ships. The corporation has its origins from Bohol, and is the flagship company of Lite Holdings, Inc . At present, the corporation also owns and manages Danilo Lines, Inc. and Sunline Shipping Corporation.

2GO also known as 2GO Group Inc. is a Philippines-based company engaged in transporting people and cargo using the fleet of inter-island ferries and cargo ships of the former Aboitiz Transport System, which owned the brands SuperFerry, Cebu Ferries and SuperCat—and Negros Navigation. The top two principal shareholders of the 2GO Group are SM Investments Corp, and Trident Investments. The company has the largest infrastructure in the Philippines with over 400,000 TEU capacity, 16 passage and freight vessels, 15,000 containers, 35 warehouses nationwide, 550 trucks, and 7,000 employees.

SRN Fast Seacrafts, Inc. which operates the Weesam Express ferry line, is a company based in Zamboanga City, Philippines that operates ferries throughout the country.

MV St. Thomas Aquinas was a Philippine-registered passenger ferry operated by 2GO Travel. On 16 August 2013, the vessel collided with a cargo ship named MV Sulpicio Express Siete of Philippine Span Asia Carrier Corporation and sank. As of 3 September 2013, there were 108 dead and 29 missing with 733 rescued as a result of the accident.

Aleson Shipping Lines, Inc. is a shipping company based in Zamboanga, Philippines. Their services include routes to Sandakan, Malaysia and over Dapitan to Dumaguete. They also ship cargo from Zamboanga City to Manila with twelve of their container carriers.

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Asian Marine Transport Corporation (AMTC) is a Filipino passenger and freight shipping company established in 1999 in Cebu City, Philippines. It owns and operates the Super Shuttle RORO , Super Shuttle Ferry and Shuttle Fast Ferry brand of RORO and ROPAX ferries.

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• ↑ "Lakaw na 'ta sa Dipolog! Tuloy tuloy ang summer saya dito sa 2GO!" . Facebook . 2GO Travel. 2022-04-22 . Retrieved 2022-04-22 .
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• 1 2 "Stena Nova sold to Philippines ferry giant" . Shippax . Retrieved 2021-04-20 .
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• ↑ "M/V 2GO Maligaya is now #Ready2GO" . Youtube . Retrieved 2021-05-12 .
• ↑ "2GO Travel unveils fastest, largest RoRo passenger ship in PH; MV 2GO Maligaya to serve Manila-Cebu-CDO route" . 12 May 2021.
• ↑ "M/V 2GO Maligaya - 2GO Travel's Next Generation Liner" . 18 June 2021.
• ↑ "Stena Nova – New Vessel for Charter" . www.stenaroro.com . Archived from the original on 2021-05-10 . Retrieved 2021-05-29 .
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• ↑ "Tsukushi of Hankyu Ferry is now officially renamed as M/V 2GO Masagana of 2GO Travel" . Facebook . The Philippine Ship Spotters Society - PSSS . Retrieved 2021-04-25 .
• ↑ "Another RoPax Vessel of 2GO (MV 2GO Masagana) to arrive after MV 2GO Maligaya" . Youtube . Retrieved 2021-04-25 .
• ↑ "M/V 2GO Masagana of 2GO Travel is now docked at Pier 4, Manila North Harbor" . Facebook . Retrieved 2021-07-10 .
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• ↑ "Preparing for her maiden voyage soon here in the Philippines" . Lakwatserong Pagong - joecard3. 2024-02-13 . Retrieved 2024-02-13 .
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• ↑ "#exclusiive" . Facebook . The Philippine Ship Spotters Society - PSSS. 2024-03-19 . Retrieved 2024-03-19 .
• ↑ "Today will be the Maiden Voyage of 2GO Travel's 2nd out of 3 latest acquisition: M/V 2GO Masigla directly bound for Davao" . The Philippine Ship Spotters Society - PSSS. 2024-03-16 . Retrieved 2024-03-16 .
• ↑ "First and Exclusive" . The Philippine Ship Spotters Society - PSSS. 2024-02-16 . Retrieved 2024-02-16 .
• ↑ "Welcome to Cebu! M/V 2GO Masikap of 2GO Travel" . The Philippine Ship Spotters Society - PSSS. 2024-02-15 . Retrieved 2024-02-15 .
• ↑ "SHIP UPDATE" . The Philippine Ship Spotters Society - PSSS. 2024-02-08 . Retrieved 2024-02-08 .
• ↑ "M/V 2GO Masikap Voyage #1 (Maiden Voyage)" . ShipPitik. 2024-02-16 . Retrieved 2024-02-16 .
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2GO Group, Inc.: Moving businesses and the country forward

2GO Group, Inc. is regarded as one of the premier transport and logistics providers in the Philippines which legacy of leadership and services was built on 149 years of practice. Although several changes has marked the local transport and logistics industry, 2GO’s trademark of providing world-class travel experiences, moving products efficiently, and catalyzing business growth in domestic and international markets remains unchanged.

2GO is the product of resources and expertise of different companies it acquired at different times. The group, which was primarily formed and organized on May 26, 1949 under the corporate name William Lines, Inc., is now being managed by SM Investments Corp. (SMIC) and Udenna Corp.

Currently, the group owns and operates successful brands such as 2GO Travel, 2GO Freight, 2GO Express, and 2GO Logistics. It maintains the largest and widest infrastructure across the country with seamless links to over 150 countries.

“The company has grown to be more than shipping. We’ve gone into logistics, offering the whole suite of freight forwarding, import, export, customs clearance and release, warehousing, multimodal transportation, e-commerce, last mile deliveries, project logistics, and express deliveries,” 2GO Shipping Chief Operating Officer Mark Matthew F. Parco told BusinessWorld . “In terms of shipping and logistics, I think we’ve covered almost everything, and on top of that, we take steps to being one of the largest distribution companies.”

Mr. Parco shared that among 2GO’s product lines and solutions, shipping is the most matured in the sense that the “products and growth is there”. At the company’s brand structure, 2GO’s shipping operates under the brand names 2GO Travel for passage business, and 2GO Freight for cargo business.

2GO Travel is one of the largest sea travel providers in the Philippines that provides comfortable and secured transport between major destinations across the archipelago. Its ability to guarantee convenient and affordable sea travel experience has helped 2GO be the preferred means of sea travel by Filipinos. Mr. Parco said that in 2017, 2GO Travel moved a total of 4.5 million passengers, which comprised the 90% of the total market share.

2GO Freight, on the other hand, is 2GO’s unit that provides cargo handling services for various types of goods and shipments including full container load (FCL) and less than a container load (LCL), loose cargo, roll-on or roll-off and rolling cargo.

2GO Freight transported 27% of the total freight in the market last year. “It is a major chunk of the economy,” Mr. Parco said.

Another core business unit of 2GO Group is 2GO Logistics, Inc. that provides services in logistics, transportation, warehousing and inventory management. It employs a variety of tools that enable value creation and business growth for its customers and 2GO itself.

2GO Logistics captures a big share of the sea-based delivery market in the country, handling up to special containers such as isotanks and refrigerated vans. It also supervises international logistics involving international sourcing and consolidation, customs clearance and brokerage, project cargo management, heavy lift and special cargo handling, global containerized transport, international freight forwarding, and warehousing.

With its wide array of shipping services and end-to-end logistics solutions, 2GO has played a critical role in facilitating effective and efficient trade operations which is the backbone of the country’s economic growth. As Mr. Parco explained, 2GO is helping businesses, especially manufacturing and consumer goods companies, by transporting their commodities around the country.

In this manner, 2GO has become part of every Filipinos’ lives. From the raw materials to finished goods they use and consume, 2GO served as a reliable partner of individuals and businesses in moving these commodities from Metro Manila to provinces or vice versa.

To adapt to the changing landscape in the transport and logistics industry, 2GO is streamlining its operations and is continuously seeking ways to improve its services.

Recently, the company unveiled the fully-furnished M/V St. Leo the Great as part of its efforts to modernize its fleets. The passenger and cargo vessel now boasts a world-class accommodation, modern features, and various amenities that give passengers an exceptional sea-travel experience.

In addition, the company is also utilizing the advantages of the Internet to efficiently reach its market and deliver utmost convenience to its consumers.

“Innovation is there, we would not grow if we will not match or surpass on whatever our competitors are offering,” Mr. Parco said. “These are the things we are looking into to help us maintain our leadership in the market.”

In the years to come, Mr. Parco said that 2GO will continuously strive to be the market leader by extending its shipping and logistics services and focusing on factors that cater to the growing needs of the customers. Given the company’s size and reach, it aims to continue to be able to touch the lives of Filipinos through its services.

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Formerly known as Negros Navigation, 2Go Travel is one of the core subsidiaries of Philippine-based 2GO Group Inc. which was established way back in 1949. The operator specializes in passenger ships and fast ferries operations. It was formed by a merge of the biggest shipping lines in the country: SuperFerry, Cebu Ferries, and SuperCat which became known as SuperFerry and subsequently acquired by Negros Navigation. The company has one of the most modern and expansive fleets of inter-island vessels in the Philippines including roll on/roll off passenger vessels that can accommodate up to 1800 passengers as well as fastcrafts. 2Go Travel currently has 106 outlets all over the country located in malls, travel agencies, and various ports.

Routes served by 2GO

Manila is the most popular point of origin for 2Go ferries that head to various destinations across the country. In Manila, 2Go ferries depart from North Harbor Pier 4, which can be accessed by a jeep.

Manila–Cebu

2Go sails for Cebu 4 times weekly on FRIDAY, SUNDAY, MONDAY, and WEDNESDAY . It is a 23-hour journey.

Manila–Cagayan de Oro

2Go’s 44-48-hour, 1400 km sea journey to Cagayan de Oro is similarly popular with three weekly departures on THURSDAY, SUNDAY, and WEDNESDAY .

Manila–Zamboanga

There is one departure a week to Zamboanga every SUNDAY . Travel duration could be as much as 42 hours.

Manila–Bacolod

2Go ferry leaves for Bacolod every THURSDAY, FRIDAY, SATURDAY, TUESDAY taking about 27 hours.

Manila–Puerto Princesa

Twice weekly, on TUESDAY and FRIDAY , there is ferry service to Puerto Princesa . This voyage can last about 30 hours.

From Batangas

Aside from Manila, EVERY DAY EXCEPT MONDAY 2Go Travel also operates vessels from the Batangas Port to Caticlan for those who are bound for

• Boracay , 10h30m
• Romblon , 7 hours
• Odiongan , 7 hours
• Roxas City , 15 hours.

Note that Batangas to Caticlan is an extremely popular route, so advanced online booking is highly advisable – especially if you are travelling during the summer months.

2Go Travel Ships

Currently 2Go’s fleet that operates routes from Manila, consists of the following vessels:

• 2go St Francis Xavier – to Butuan City, Cebu, Iligan City, and Ozamis City
• St Pope John Paul II – to Cebu and Cagayan de Oro
• St Leo the Great – to Bacolod, Cagayan de Oro, Iloilo City, Puerto Princesa and Coron
• St Therese of Child Jesus – to Bacolod, Cagayan de Oro, and Iloilo City
• St Michael the Archangel – to Bacolod, Dumaguete, Dipolog City, Iloilo City, Zamboanga

Batangas-Caticlan route is serviced by three vessels:

• St Anthony de Padua
• St Ignatius of Loyola
• St Augustine of Hippo

2Go Travel Schedule

If you need to check the departure dates of a specific vessel, then a complete 2Go ferry schedule can be found on the company’s official website. Otherwise, please refer to the timetable provided in the ‘Routes Served by 2Go’ section above.

2Go Travel Fare and Tickets

2Go cruise ships feature different cabins and accommodation options, from super-cheap Mega Value Class to luxurious Staterooms or Suitrooms for 2, hence regardless of your budget you are sure to find the type of ticket that suits your pocket and meets your requirements. Note that in summer it is better to opt for an air-conditioned type of accommodation as it can get oppressively hot even in the open sea. The most popular 2Go Travel ticket options are Tourist Class and Cabin for 4 which offer the best value for your money. Sample 2Go Travel ticket prices are as follows:

• Mega Value – USD32
• Super Value – USD36
• Cabin for 4 – USD47
• Tourist Class – USD41
• Cabin for 4 – USD62

Batangas–Boracay

• Super Value – USD26
• Tourist Class – USD35
• Cabin for 4 – USD41

2Go ticket booking can be made in person in any of the company’s outlets or online via the official website or via OTA like us. Booking process is easy with instant confirmation.

When booking online, an e-ticket is issued, which should be then shown at boarding together with your valid ID. IMPORTANT! If you do not print out your e-tickets you will be asked to pay for your real ticket at the port.

2Go Promo Tickets

To grab the best deals with 2Go, shop during seasonal sales periods. 2Go Travel promo tickets are a great way to save big on your sea journey. The best strategy to take advantage of this is to subscribe to the company’s pages in social media. There are both promos for immediate travel and advanced booking.

• 2Go has really placed a premium on the safety and comfort of their passengers. Security checks of luggage are always conducted. There is a sufficient number of life jackets on board, lifeboats, an in-house medical unit, a rescue boat and even a few police representatives.
• The amenities and facilities are not to be frowned upon, either. There is always a good front office, a 24/7 cafe, a full bar, live entertainment, salons, and spas.
• There are charging stations on board for passengers of all classes.
• 2Go ships including common areas and toilets are generally cleaner compared to other ferries around the archipelago.
• Overnight trips are a great way to save some bucks on accommodation and entertainment.
• 2Go can arrange onward transportation for passengers through their partner companies to make your travel even more convenient.
• Trips can be delayed or cancelled due to weather conditions, especially during the typhoon season. Be ready and be flexible. This is not the fault of the company, though. Yet in case of a delay no complimentary food and drinks are offered.
• The refund process if you require one can take as long as 2 months if you cancel your tickets paid for by a bank card for any reason.
• Air-conditioning is often freezing cold but overall the price and experience are hard to beat.

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2GO TRAVEL: 2024 Schedule, Tickets, Requirements, Promos & More

The passenger sea service known as 2Go Travel is the sole Manila-based major interisland passenger ferry company. 2Go was founded in 2012 after a big realignment of various Philippine ferry services, including SuperFerry and Cebu Ferries. These brands were bought by Negros Navigation (NENACO), eventually retiring the “NENACO” label and forming 2Go Travel. 

Today, 2Go serves many of the old SuperFerry and NENACO routes, with its whole fleet possessing a total passenger capacity of 7,450,162 passengers. It continues to be one of the most budget-friendly ways to transport people and things to different points in the Philippines, offering tour packages, affordable cargo delivery, and Roll On Roll Off (RORO) services.

2Go Travel is part of the 2Go Group which is a subsidiary of SM Investments Corporation, one of the largest conglomerates in the country.

2Go Travel Ticket (Online Booking)

You may book tickets in advance using the search form below or through this link – BOOK ONLINE TICKETS HERE .

You will find real-time and reliable 2Go Travel ferry schedules and fares, and book tickets instantly.

2Go Travel Routes & Schedule

2Go’s major routes are determined by the ship and destination ports. Here’s a quick summary of these routes and their schedules.

Note that these schedules are subject to change depending on weather conditions and natural disasters such as tropical depressions. Different vessels also depart and arrive on different dates from Manila and the other ports mentioned in their respective schedules.

For important announcements and to avoid sudden travel cancelations, visit their site to double-check arrivals and departures: https://travel.2go.com.ph/schedules.aspx

2GO Travel Latest Promo

Check out this awesome 2Go Travel deal! Starting from just Php 99 , you can set sail on an amazing adventure. Don’t miss out on this chance to have a fantastic vacation! Book with 2Go!

You can travel to and from various destinations including Bacolod, Butuan, Cagayan de Oro, Cebu, Coron, Dipolog, Dumaguete, Iloilo, Ozamiz, Puerto Princesa, Tagbilaran, and Zamboanga.

Departures are available from Manila, Batangas, Cebu, and Coron.

Fares include a generous 50kg baggage allowance and accommodations, but meals, additional charges, and service fees are excluded.

To book your trip, visit https://travel.2go.com.ph, head to any 2Go Store or SM Business Center, download the 2Go app at bit.ly/2GOApp, or give us a call at +632 852 87000. Don’t let this amazing offer slip away!

Pet Travel with 2Go

Traveling with your pets, including all breeds of dogs and cats, has never been easier! Now, they can journey to all 2GO destinations aboard any of its ships. Whether you’re with them on the voyage or they’re traveling separately, 2GO got it covered.

Even if you can’t accompany them, 2GO has pet handlers onboard to ensure they’re well taken care of. Rest easy knowing their dedicated staff checks on them frequently during the trip and manages the smooth transition of your pets journey from start to finish.

2GO is committed to making pet travel requirements a breeze. Their attentive agents are ready to assist you at every step. Experience the exceptional care of 2GO Pet Travel!

*Please note: All breeds of dogs and cats are welcome on the ship, as long as they are housed in sturdy, clean, and escape-proof cages. The required documentation includes a Health Certificate issued by a licensed veterinarian within the last 3 days before travel, proof of rabies vaccinations, and a shipping permit from the Bureau of Animal Industry.

To book the 2GO Pet Travel Service, simply call the hotline at 02-8528 7400! Always stay safe and travel responsibly.

READ THE BLOG POST: 2Go Travel Promo Fare

2Go Travel Old Promos

January 21, 2024

🌊🎉 Sail into the Sinulog Celebration with 2Go Travel! 🚢✨

📆 Booking Period: January 19-23, 2024 🗓️ Travel Dates: February 15 – May 31, 2024

🏝️ Get ready for an unforgettable island and festival-hopping adventure for as low as Php99!

🚢 Explore our wide range of voyages:

• Manila to and from Bacolod, Butuan, Cagayan de Oro, Cebu, Coron, Dipolog, Dumaguete, Iloilo, Ozamiz, Puerto Princesa, Tagbilaran, Zamboanga.
• Batangas to Bacolod, Iloilo.
• Cebu to and from Manila, Ozamiz.
• Coron to and from Manila, Puerto Princesa.

💼 What’s included?

50kg baggage allowance & accommodations. 🍽️ *Please note: Meals, auxiliary charges, and service fees are not included.

January 15, 2024

Are you ready to explore the beautiful destinations of the Philippines this 2024? 2Go Travel has an exciting promo that makes your travel dreams more affordable and achievable! For as low as Php99 , you can book your journey to various Philippine destinations from January 11 to January 16, 2024 .

This special offer is a fantastic opportunity to visit amazing places around the Philippines without breaking the bank. Whether you’re planning a solo adventure, a family vacation, or a getaway with friends, 2Go Travel’s promo caters to all your travel needs.

The destinations included in this promo are:

• From Manila and vice versa: Bacolod, Butuan, Cagayan de Oro, Cebu, Coron, Dipolog, Dumaguete, Iloilo, Ozamiz, Puerto Princesa, Tagbilaran, Zamboanga.
• From Batangas to Bacolod and Iloilo.
• From Cebu to Manila and vice versa, and Ozamiz.
• From Coron to Manila and vice versa, and Puerto Princesa.

Please note that the fare includes a 50kg baggage allowance and accommodations, making your journey comfortable and convenient. However, meals, auxiliary charges, and service fees are exclusive of this fare.

Don’t miss this chance to tick off destinations from your travel bucket list. Book your tickets within the promo period and make 2024 your year of travel adventures!

READ MORE: 2Go Travel’s Sale for 2024: Travel the Philippines for Only P99!

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2GO TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS & FERRY SCHEDULE (New Normal)

A part of Christmas tradition for us Filipinos is going back home to spend time with our family. It’s the time of the year where a lot of people travel to their provinces for the holidays causing bus stations to be packed, and lines for every other public transportation are long. Because of the pandemic, it is best to prepare for your trip in advance especially because protocols and requirements for travel these days are very different from what they used to be.

Among the transportation options, especially for those who prefer a cheaper way to go to the provinces in Visayas and Mindanao are ferries. 2Go Travel is one of the biggest sea travel provider in the Philippines. They currently have more than a dozen operational routes plying from Manila or Batangas to different provinces and vice versa.

If you are planning to go back to your province for the holiday season, here are 2Go’s operational routes for December 2020 and the protocols they currently implement for passengers.

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Travel Requirements to Secure Before Your Trip

1. prepare your travel requirements..

Travel requirements vary depending on your point of origin and destination. You may check the requirements list provided by 2Go Travel here .

You may also check with the local government of your origin and destination if there have been changes for the travel requirements.

2. Download the Traze App.

All passengers are required to download and register on the Traze App , the application for contact tracing that is used by scanning a QR Code. For more details about how to use the Traze App, you may check our post.

✅ READ: HOW TO USE TRAZE APP!

Ferry / Ship Boarding Protocol

• Get your body temperature checked. Upon entry, all passengers are subject to a body temperature check. Passengers with a temperature higher than 37.5 °C may be refused entry.
• Fill out the Health Declaration Form. A health declaration form will be given to all passengers. Fill out all information completely and honestly.
• Board the ferry in an orderly manner. 2Go Travel will be boarding passengers by batch. There will be 20 passengers per batch. Long waiting time at the boarding gate is also discouraged. Port buses will be on standby to take you to the ship immediately.
• Scan boarding pass. For a faster check-in process, your boarding pass will be scanned by a 2Go personnel.
• Use foot bath. Before boarding the vessel, use the provided foot bath to disinfect your shoes. There will also be a thermal scanner to check your body temperature.

Rules & Guidelines Onboard the Ship / Ferry

• Wear a face mask. All passengers are required to wear a face mask at all times during the boarding process and onboard the ship.
• Always sanitize. Hand sanitizers are available on board, but it is still best to bring your own alcohol or alcohol-based sanitizers with you.
• Observe proper physical distancing. Use the floor marks as a guide for the 1.5 meter distance that is advised.
• Listen to announcements for disembarkation. There will be PA announcements for disembarkation process. Disembarkation will be per accommodation and per batch.
• Room occupancy is at 50% maximum capacity.
• Only 3 people at a time are allowed to enter Quik Mart and public bathrooms.
• In the dining area, only 1 person per table is allowed. Food will be served in sealed packaging.
• All areas are professionally sanitized regularly.

2GO Ferry Schedule

• Batangas to Caticlan Caticlan to Batangas 7 times a week
• Batangas to Roxas Roxas City to Batangas 3 times a week
• Manila to Bacolod Bacolod to Manila 3 times a week
• Manila to Butuan Butuan to Manila Once a week
• Manila to Cagayan de Oro Cagayan de Oro to Manila 4 times a week
• Manila to Cebu Cebu to Manila 5 times a week
• Manila to Coron Coron to Manila Once a week
• Manila to Dumaguete Dumaguete to Manila 2 times a week
• Manila to Iligan Iligan to Manila Once a week
• Manila to Iloilo Iloilo to Manila 3 times a week
• Manila to Ozamis Ozamis to Manila Once a week
• Manila to Puerta Princesa Puerto Princesa to Manila Once a week
• Manila to Zamboanga Zamboanga to Manila 2 times a week

How to Book 2Go Tickets

If you want to book tickets, there are three options.

• Go to 2Go’s website travel.2go.com.ph .
• Call their hotline 02-8528-7000.
• Visit any 2Go outlet near you. You can find the list of branches here .

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The Philippines’ largest sea travel provider 2GO Travel unveiled its newest ship, MV 2GO Maligaya, built and fitted with amenities in consideration of physical distancing guidelines.

Maligaya is the “fastest, largest, and most technologically advanced” roll-on, roll-off passenger ship, joining 2GO’s fleet of 10 vessels. It can accommodate up to 800 people, with much bigger rooms and wider common areas.

The new ship also has bigger rooms.

Maligaya does not have the typical suite room – the biggest room in older vessels. Instead, it offers the state room, which appears more spacious. The room has chairs, a table, and flat-screen TV – just like staying in a hotel.

2GO is also introducing two new accommodation types – the business premium room and the tourist premium room – the upgraded versions of the business and tourist classes.

2GO vice president and head of sea solutions Dan Fernan said the new offerings are cheaper than the state room and bigger than the existing business and tourist classes.

“We’re harping on safe travels. It’s a perfect choice for solo travelers who prefer to social distance,” Fernan said.

In the older vessels, the “value” accommodation types meant staying in a room with 20 or more people. But Maligaya does not offer that.

For the newest ship, the most affordable accommodation type is the tatami room for 10 people.

Maligaya has a salon, convenience store, and restaurants aboard.

It also offers a gaming room and a prayer room.

2GO kept the karaoke bar but downsized it into a room, so one group can stay in it at a time.

‘Recovery is coming soon’

At a time when businesses are tightening their belts because of the coronavirus pandemic, 2GO Group chief operating officer Waldo Basilla said the perfect time to invest is now.

“Why do we keep on investing? I think it’s the best time we invest actually. We believe that recovery is coming soon,” he said.

Basilla added that 2GO is investing in technology given the shift in consumer behavior, focusing on services that would provide a “more integrated solution.”

Maligaya will be linking Manila, the Visayas, and Mindanao with 2GO’s Manila-Cebu-Cagayan de Oro route. With a speed of 23.5 knots, travel time from Manila to Cebu will be at around 17 hours – faster than the usual 22 to 25 hours.

Maligaya also boasts the latest international shipping technology, with its integrated navigation and control system, advanced fire alarm systems, and multiple collision bulkheads as collision mitigating support.

Its maiden voyage is scheduled on Sunday, May 23. – Rappler.com

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New 2GO Travel Ship To Sail In Philippine Waters This May

• August 25, 2021

MANILA, 28 April 2021 – A new ship is sailing in the Philippinessoon! 2GO Travel, the country’slargest premier sea travel provider, has acquired a vessel from Japan, and is set to sail its maiden voyage in the Philippine waters next month. The newly purchased ship will be part of 2GO’s fleet of 10 ROPAX and freighter vessels, sailing to 20 major ports of call, linking Manila to Visayas and Mindanao.

“This new acquisition is part of our continuing efforts to upgrade our fleet, modernize our operations, and to provide a better passenger experience in sea travel. As destinations reopen its doors to local tourists, we are ready to bring Filipinos to their favorite Philippine islands,” said 2GO Assistant Vice President of Marketing Blessie Cruz.

2GO Travel is offering discounted tickets as part of its pre-launch efforts starting today until May 3, 2021 for June 1 to December 15, 2021 voyages. Sail from Batangas to Caticlan and Roxasfor only ₱299 one-way with 50kg baggage allowance. Meanwhile, travel from Manila to Bacolod, Cebu, Coron, Iloilo, Dumaguete, and Puerto Princesa for as low as ₱399; whereas, routes from Manila to Butuan, Iligan, Ozamiz, Zamboanga, Cagayan De Oro are at ₱499.

Aside from expanding its fleet, 2GO Travel also activated more than twenty online and offline payment channels to support a safer and more convenient ticket booking experience for its passengers. Book your tickets on 2GO Travel’s website, and instantly receive a booking confirmation when you settle payments through credit and debit cards, online banking, or over the counter.

2GO Travel is operating nonstop voyages to all ports of call amid the extended community quarantine. All passengers are required to wear personal protective equipment and to practice social distancing from check-in, boarding, and disembarkation. Frequent handwashing is also highly encouraged to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

To book, rebook, and refund your tickets, please visit 2GO Travel’s website, https://travel.2go.com.ph , call our hotline (02) 8 528 7000, email us at [email protected] , or visit any 2GO outlet, authorized agent, and SM Business Center near you!

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2GO unveils new passenger vessel; maiden voyage set for May 23

2GO Group Inc., the country’s largest integrated transportation and logistics provider, on Tuesday unveiled its newly acquired passenger vessel from Japan and set its maiden voyage later this month.

At a virtual event, 2GO unveiled its newest state-of-the-art vessel named “MV 2GO Maligaya.”

MV 2GO Maligaya is an addition to 2GO’s current fleet of up to 10 ships, servicing 20 major ports of call in the Philippines.

The acquisition of the MV 2GO Maligaya is part of the company’s fleet modernization efforts to provide high speed and reliability in the movement of essential goods nationwide, while at the same time upgrading sea travel onboard experience.

“This is a manifestation of 2GO’s commitment in providing superior products and services to our customers. The new addition complements the broader service offerings of the other business units under the 2GO Group.  As a major player in the industry, it is imperative for us to take the lead in product innovation and unparalleled service to keep in step with world-class standards,” said 2GO chief operating officer Waldo Basilla.

Basilla said the new vessel’s maiden voyage is set for May 23 and will sail Cebu and Cagayan de Oro.

Made by Japanese shipbuilders and with a German main engine, the MV 2GO Maligaya, according to 2G, embodies the latest international shipping standards and technologies, including an integrated navigation and control system, advanced fire alarm systems, and multiple collision bulkheads as a collision mitigating support, among others.

The MV 2GO Maligaya is the most technologically advanced roll-on, roll-off passenger (ROPAX) ship that has set sail in the Philippine waters, it said.

MV 2GO Maligaya is a larger ship that can carry 40% more twenty-foot equivalent units (TEU) of cargo capacity compared to 2GO’s current fleet of vessels.

It will link Manila, Visayas, and Mindanao via its Manila-Cebu-Cagayan de Oro route.

With a top speed of 23.5 knots, it reduces steaming time from Manila to Cebu to only 17 hours making it the fastest cargo vessel in the Philippines today.  

With the vessel’s addition, 2GO aims to further improve sailing schedule reliability to 95% on time.

“‘Maligaya’ is one of the defining qualities with which the Filipino is known for around the world. ‘Masaya’ is a happy feeling, but ‘Maligaya’ has a sense of deep joy and youthfulness. As a travel brand, we believe this is reflective of the kind of journey and service that you get from 2GO,” said Blessie Cruz, 2GO assistant vice president for Marketing. -MDM, GMA News